Weekend breaks

A weekend break in a self-catering rental, for example, country cottages, holiday cottage, apartment, house or pine lodge, offers you the opportunity of taking a short holiday that is a "home from home". Short weekend cottage breaks are perfect for anyone with a young family that requires space for children to play and run around, which is not generally desirable in a hotel room.

Please click on any photographs shown to view details of weekend breaks. Short weekend and mid-week breaks are generally available in all our self-catering rentals during periods outwith school holidays and bank holidays depending on availability.

Ever stayed in a Yurt? Here is the opportunity to experience a stay in a unique self-catering yurt for two people beside a fishing lake in Beckford in a good location for sightseeing in the Cotswolds and Worcestershire; one pet dog is also welcome.

Special features: outdoor hot tub.

Price range from £230 to £410 per weekSleeps from 1 to 2 people in 1 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 1 Pet Friendly: Yes (1 dog welcome)Quality Rating: (4)

Next availability: from 12 December 2016 to 13 December 2016; from 02 January 2017 to 20 January 2017; from 23 January 2017 to 02 February 2017;

Homely and well-presented 3 bedroom family-friendly holiday home in the village of Lastingham in the North York Moors National Park, with lovely character touches such as original feature fireplaces and sash windows, this is a charming, good value place to stay which is conveniently close to North Riding Forest Park and Kirkbymoorside.

Special features: free internet access.

Price range from £339 to £777 per weekSleeps from 2 to 6 people in 3 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: NoQuality Rating: (4)

Next availability: from 23 December 2016 to 25 December 2016; from 02 January 2017 to 06 January 2017; from 10 January 2017 to 10 March 2017;

Fantastic 2 bedroom holiday lodge with a fantastic waterside location by the River Lark, enjoy a garden with river views and fishing from this holiday home's own mooring during a stay here, with the tranquil city of Ely close by, Riverside Lodge has plenty to recommend it.

Price range from £242 to £590 per weekSleeps from 1 to 4 people in 2 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 1 Pet Friendly: Yes (1 dog welcome)Quality Rating: (4)

Escape on a rural retreat break at this 2 bedroom high quality barn-conversion, lap up the lush countryside views and relax in this beautiful home from home, spend enjoyable days out discovering the golden sandy beaches and historical castles dotted along the Northumbrian coast and in the Northumbrian countryside plus head out to Northumberland's National Park for invigorating walks and plenty of fresh country air.

Price range from £316 to £889 per weekSleeps from 1 to 4 people in 2 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: NoQuality Rating: (5)

Next availability: from 30 December 2016 to 07 January 2017; from 28 January 2017 to 04 March 2017; from 11 March 2017 to 03 June 2017;

Stunning barn conversion with character and charm, set in an idyllic location with 2 acres of beautiful gardens, great location for walking the Offa's Dyke path, discovering the Brecon Beacons, Radnorshire Hills and Black Mountains on days out.

Price range from £415 to £725 per weekSleeps from 1 to 4 people in 2 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: NoRating: Not assessed

Two beautiful large holiday cottages within the Derbyshire Dales, 5 star rated and award winning, these big cottages are fine places to stay and conveniently located for discovering some of the best of the Peak District National Park.

Special features: free internet access, Gold Award Winning Cottage.

Price range from £1750 to £2250 per weekSleeps from 2 to 14 people in 5 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 5 Pet Friendly: NoQuality Rating: (5)

Next availability: from 11 December 2016 to 20 December 2016; from 27 December 2016 to 29 December 2016; from 03 January 2017 to 24 February 2017;

Extra special holiday lodges with luxurious features, including lodges which feature a warm bubbly outdoor hot tub, ask for your chosen type of holiday lodge when booking, all located on a development of holiday lodges by the River Ouse, conveniently close to beautiful Ely in Cambridgeshire.

Special features: outdoor hot tub.

Price range from £324 to £1545 per weekSleeps from 2 to 6 people in 2 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: Yes (1 dog welcome)Quality Rating: (5)

Treat yourself and book a stay in a high quality 2 bedroom holiday lodge at Windmill Lodges, each lodge is complete with its own private hot tub, lake views and access to a shared swimming pool in season for a truly relaxing holiday in Suffolk.

Special features: free internet access, pool (The covered outdoor swimming pool is for use from Easter until the end of October), outdoor hot tub.

Price range from £568 to £1073 per weekSleeps from 2 to 4 people in 2 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: NoQuality Rating: (5)

Unique holiday home, formerly a Vestry and now a slick 3 bedroom holiday cottage with beautiful exposed wooden beams, situated close to the Isle of Anglesey and Snowdonia National Park, and complete with warm bubbly hot tub for relaxing holidays.

Special features: free internet access, outdoor hot tub.

Price range from £421 to £834 per weekSleeps from 2 to 5 people in 3 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 3 Pet Friendly: NoQuality Rating: (5)

Next availability: from 12 December 2016 to 23 December 2016; from 02 January 2017 to 27 January 2017; from 30 January 2017 to 31 March 2017;

Looking for a large luxury property to rent for a special celebration or getaway with family or friends in Devon? This superb high quality 6 bedroom barn conversion with hot tub is a great place to relax and enjoy special times together, set next to gorgeous Devon countryside yet only 15 minute's drive from the coast.

Large country house with 9 bedrooms set amongst glorious countryside close to Bath in Somerset, additional annexe also available by arrangement, ideal holiday home for large groups, special celebrations and large family getaways.

Special features: free internet access, games room.

Price range from £2300 to £4200 per weekSleeps from 15 to 33 people in 12 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 12 Pet Friendly: NoRating: Not assessed

Four bedroom dog-friendly barn conversion offering high quality accommodation and plenty of rustic charm close to Cardington in Shropshire, relax or have a fun time here with family or friends with excellent shared leisure facilities on offer including a full-size tennis court, two games rooms with pool table and table tennis plus a play area for children and farm walks.

Special features: free internet access, games room.

Price range from £669 to £1773 per weekSleeps from 5 to 11 people in 4 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 3 Pet Friendly: YesQuality Rating: (5)

Next availability: from 12 December 2016 to 16 December 2016; from 19 December 2016 to 23 December 2016; from 06 January 2017 to 20 January 2017;

Two bedroom farm cottage with superb views over fields and pastures, located along with another 3 holiday properties on a farm close to Nevern, this family-friendly and dog-friendly property is located within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

Price range from £333 to £818 per weekSleeps from 2 to 4 people in 2 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 2 Pet Friendly: YesQuality Rating: (5)

Next availability: from 11 December 2016 to 24 December 2016; from 02 January 2017 to 14 April 2017; from 21 April 2017 to 25 August 2017;

Historical 14 bedroom holiday house set in an acre of gardens near the heart of Bristol, sleeping up to 50 people in elegant accommodation, ideal for special family get-togethers, birthday parties or special celebrations (hen party bookings may be possible by arrangement).

Special features: free internet access, games room.

Price range from £2000 to £4500 per weekSleeps from 10 to 50 people in 14 bedrooms Number of bathrooms: 6 Pet Friendly: YesQuality Rating: (5)

Pretty one bedroom rural country cottage located on a working farm in the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, 4 star rated with light, bright and airy accommodation and a superking size bed, this cottage is ideal for romantic rural retreat breaks.